My '41 Ford PU build!

[Tripper]

Brakes!

Well I feel like I've gotten over a big hump! I got a brake line kit from Speedway today & plan on getting the brake & fuel lines done B4 I start on the flooring. Wiring is the next biggie & then burnin' up some asphalt!!!

BoB

 

[Tripper]

Firewall!

I'm so close to finishin' this truck I've got the itch to get it on the road asap. After channeling it 4 1/2" I had to cut the recessed Bitchin' Products firewall down to match. I measured it off in the 1st shot... cut that section in the 2nd shot & welded it back up in the 3rd. I also fitted the under the floor brake petal & master cylinder. I'm waitin' on some more brake line parts to get here & then on to the brake lines.

BoB

 

[Tripper]

Extension!

After I cut the firewall down in height... it isn't deep enough so I used the metal I cut out & welded 2" strips to the sides for some depth to clear the heads. I still need to weld in another concave piece to clear the dizzy in back. Gonna mock up the floorboards up & then I'll set the brake petal & under the floorboard master cylinder. Then it's on to plumbin' the brakes. I see the lite @ the end of da tunnel!

BoB

 

[Tripper]

Let there be brakes!

I'm so close to gettin' my brakes plumbed up I thought I'd take a few daze off & get with the program. Here I'm mockin' up the brake petal... next... the MC.

BoB

 

[Flipper_1938]

After I cut the firewall down in height... it isn't deep enough so I used the metal I cut out & welded 2" strips to the sides for some depth to clear the heads. I still need to weld in another concave piece to clear the dizzy in back. Gonna mock up the floorboards up & then I'll set the brake petal & under the floorboard master cylinder. Then it's on to plumbin' the brakes. I see the lite @ the end of da tunnel!

BoB

I've come to the conclusion that it is easier to just build your own parts. Universal parts don't seen to work for me.

The HF sheetmetal brake, shrinker/stretcher, and bench shear were wonderful investments for me.

I need to build an english wheel next.

Oh yeah, GOOD JOB!!!!

 

[Tripper]

Master cylinder!

Got the master cylinder mocked up & now just need to weld both units in.

BoB

 

[Old Gold]

Power brakes I never knew they made such luxuries!

 

[Josh@KYTP]

Super nice build. Makes me want to take a break from the late model Drag cars and build a Rat Rod PU.

 

[junkmagnet]

Super nice build. Makes me want to take a break from the late model Drag cars and build a Rat Rod PU.

come see me next weekend and ill get you started

 

[Josh@KYTP]

come see me next weekend and ill get you started

Planning on coming after the 49 Ford Cab we talked about. See you next weekend.

 

[fuzz]

Super nice build. Makes me want to take a break from the late model Drag cars and build a Rat Rod PU.

You could always build a rat rod drag race truck!!

 

[fuzz]

Didn't mean to hijack your thread Tripper...nice work on your truck, coming along well ..you'll be burnin rubber soon!!

 

[Tripper]

Partz!

Some Christmas presents came the ol Tripper's way on Friday! Clamps, residual valves, proportioning valve & in-line brake light switch! Gittin closer!!!

BoB

 

[35Mastr]

Yes Jegs is your friend. I also use them alot. Call before 4 Pm get it next day.

Customer service is outstanding.

 

[Tripper]

Firewall!

Dizzy is in the back & it's real close back there so I welded in a lil extra space & it fits perfectly!

BoB

 

[Gastrick]

Good deal. When does the firewall get attached to the cab?

 

[racer135]

I wish i couldve been there to understand how you did the channeling better while you were doing it, looks great, lovin the rake!!!

Just hope it all comes together quickly and smoothly from here onwards for you! can't wait to see it all together.

 

[BigIrish]

Dizzy is in the back & it's real close back there so I welded in a lil extra space & it fits perfectly!

BoB

Hey you know if you put a Ford motor in that Ford you wouldn't have that distributor problem.

 

[Tripper]

Hey you know if you put a Ford motor in that Ford you wouldn't have that distributor problem.

But would it be this beautiful?!?

 

[BUSTEDKNUCKLE]

Nice job trip, that looks great! Great job all around!


Curt